Its one thing for a mother to think that her child is amazing ~ its a different matter when somebody else says it! “Ali is an accomplished contemporary singer and a seasoned actress. Her other major credit as a musical … Continue reading →

Opening night. The fabulous and talented Alexandra Elizabeth Ann Calder, known to most as Ali, shone as the snooty anti-blonde, Vivienne in this pink, silly but fun, high velocity, high energy musical. They say that a mother can distinguish her … Continue reading →

Triple threat. That’s the term that insiders in the theatre industry use when they are talking about a performer who can sing, dance and act. And do all three brilliantly. Think Hugh Jackman. Currently three young Novocastrians are putting their … Continue reading →

Today. This morning. Even though I’m not walking beside her, even though she is two hours away I will be with her. Today Ali goes into the first day of rehearsal for the Australian production of Legally Blonde the musical. … Continue reading →

At the top of a hill, which is really a water reservoir, not far from the centre of Newcastle there is a huge white obelisk. At the base of the obelisk is a round monument, about the size and shape … Continue reading →